The California Energy Commission (CEC) will recognize individuals and organizations contributing to the state’s clean energy goals at the sixth annual Clean Energy Hall of Fame Awards. The event is scheduled for Thursday, December 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. PST at the California Natural Resources Agency Auditorium in Sacramento.
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Marty Turock, executive director of Cleantech San Diego’s Southern California Energy Innovation Network. Judith Gomez, coordinator for Climate Action Pathways for Schools in Porterville, will receive the Youth Game-Changer award.
Jose “Moke” Simon III, chairman of Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians and Lake County, has been named Tribal Champion.
Three individuals have been recognized as Clean Energy Champions: Jaime R. Lemus, director of the Transportation and Climate Change Division at Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District; Dr. Cassandra Little, CEO of Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce; and Kameale C. Terry, CEO and co-founder of ChargerHelp! in Los Angeles.
According to the CEC, “The Clean Energy Hall of Fame Awards honor local leaders making exceptional contributions to help California achieve a 100 percent clean energy future for all.”
The CEC is responsible for developing renewable energy sources, transforming transportation systems, increasing energy efficiency measures, investing in innovation within the sector, advancing state energy policy initiatives, certifying thermal power plants across California, and preparing for potential energy emergencies.
Learn more about this year’s winners and about the Clean Energy Hall of Fame Awards on the official website.
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